Bucks Lake

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyPlumas
Nearest CityPulga
River/StreamBrush Creek
Coordinates39.89580, -121.20340

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height123 ft
Dam Height123 ft
Dam Length1,320 ft
Year Completed1928 (98 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage105,605 acre-ft
Max Storage105,605 acre-ft
Normal Storage102,000 acre-ft
Surface Area1,852 acres
Drainage Area28 sq mi
Max Discharge15,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerPacific Gas and Electric Company
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/08/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCA00332
Federal IDCA00332
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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